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I have a dream, to be in Corfu
“Mamma Mia, I have a dream” is a new TV programme, looking for the next Sophie and Sky to perform in London’s West End. Fourteen hopefuls were taken to Corfu for a competition style audition, where they were put through their paces in singing, dancing and acting. All under the blue skies of Corfu.Read more...
Easily accessible holiday homes in France
For British homeowners, picturesque and affordable Normandy has the added bonus of being easily accessible by car, either via the ferry or Eurotunnel. In some cases, a train from London or a short flight might also be a feasible option. Here’s a quick guide to the best areas for easily accessible holiday homes in France.Read more...
Getting a working visa for Quebec
Quebec is a popular part of Canada for immigrants, with the bustling city of Montreal a particular draw. Historic Quebec City itself offers a more ‘European’ lifestyle (just surrounded by very North American majestic nature). Getting a working visa for Quebec is a different process to the rest of Canada. Nonetheless, if you follow the steps below, it’ll be easy to navigate.Read more...
What are the rules on renting out your property in Cyprus?
Renting out your property in Cyprus can be a good way to get money out of your holiday home while you’re not there. However, there are strict rules around renting, so you need to know them to be on the right side of the law.Read more...
‘Bling’ or budget? Where to buy property in the East Algarve
There’s no shortage of luxury East Algarve property to choose from. There are also some great alternatives if you have a more modest budget. This article looks at the East Algarve in detail. It offers some suggestions for where to look for homes – both “bling” and budget.Read more...
What is education in New Zealand like for expats?
Moving to a new country is a big adventure for most kids – a bigger house, lots of space to play in outside, new places to explore… However, at some point, it is ‘back to school’ time, so you need to be organised in advance to make sure everything goes smoothly. Fortunately, New Zealand’s a relatively simple transition, as education in New Zealand is based on the UK’s system (and there are no real language barriers). Here’s what you need to know about schooling in NZ.Read more...
Where are the best areas to buy property in Sicily?
Sicily’s one of the most popular parts of Italy for expats. The island lifestyle – you’re never far from the sea – and the relaxed pace are big pluses for many of us. The affordable property prices are a big draw, too. Many expats find they can get a much bigger property in Sicily here for less than back in the UK.Read more...
Costa del Sol attracting younger buyers
The average age of Costa del Sol buyers is getting younger. This follows Brexit concerns sparking worries about uncertainty in the UK housing market and residency abroad. There’ll find plenty to keep themselves occupied here – we’ve had quite a packed calendar of events these last few weeks. Here’s your news round-up from Spain.Read more...
News round-up: Property sector booms in Portugal
We’ve got plenty of stats coming out in an otherwise slow month here in Portugal. Construction’s booming, but tourist numbers are down – here’s the low-down.Read more...
Why buy property in the North of Costa Blanca?
The north of the Costa Blanca – the ‘white coast’ due to its sandy beaches – stretches from the city of Alicante up to Denia. It’s known for gorgeous beaches, fantastic food and drink and year-round sunshine. The WHO even considers it one of the healthiest places to live in the world. Many think the good-value homes are gone, but bargains are still out there. Today, we’re looking at why buying property in the north of the Costa Blanca is an excellent idea.Read more...
Property hotspots for footy fanatics
Anyone mourning the end of the football World Cup only had to wait 26-days for the Premier League to kick-off. If you can’t live without your footy fix, you’ll want to buy an overseas home somewhere you can watch the beautiful game in beautiful surroundings. So we’re taking you on a tour of European cities that combine a strong football pedigree with an appealing lifestyle.Read more...